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Picturing a New Zimbabwe

Musician Sharky and novelist Ignatius Mabasa; choreographer Kyle Abraham; musician Björk; comedian Hari Kondabolu.

After the fall of Mugabe, two leading Zimbabwean artists reflect on his presidency and look ahead to the future of their country. With hip hop musician Sharky, AKA Marshall Muchenje, and the novelist Ignatius Mabasa.

We take a step inside the rehearsal room of the choreographer Kyle Abraham as he prepares his new show, Pavement, inspired by the writing of WE Dubois and the film Boyz in the Hood.

The ground breaking Icelandic musician Björk tells us why she’s dreaming of Utopia in her latest album, while speaking out to change the world.

Plus, what’s the problem with Apu? The comedian Hari Kondabolu on why he thinks the much loved character from The Simpsons may be doing more harm than good.

Presenter: Tina Daheley
Producer: Mugabi Turya

Photo: A supporter holds a sign during the inauguration ceremony of President Mnangagwa at the National Sport Stadium in Harare, Zimbabwe
Credit: Zinyange Auntony/ AFP/ Getty Images

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